Installation Roadmap

The following table lists the steps to install the Cisco NCS 6008 chassis and its components and prepare the system for operation. Use this table as a checklist to ensure that all components are properly installed in the correct order. For information about a step, see the respective section of this installation guide.

Overview of Installation Steps

Step

See

Check

1

Verify that the chassis is securely bolted to the floor.

Cisco Network Convergence System 6000 Series Routers Unpacking, Moving, and Securing Guide

2

Ground the chassis.

“Installing the LCC Ground Cable”

3

Install the external cosmetics on the front of the chassis.

“Installing the Front Exterior Cosmetics”

4

Install the external cosmetics on the rear of the chassis.

“Installing the Rear Exterior Cosmetics”

5

Install either AC or DC input power connections to the power trays.

“Installing AC Input Power Cords” or “Installing DC Input Power Cables”

6

Install power modules in the power trays.

“Installing an AC or DC Power Module”

7

Power on the chassis.

“Powering On the LCC”

8

Install cards and remaining components in the chassis.

“Installing Route Processor Cards, Line Cards, and Fabric Cards”

9

Connect the cables to the other chassis if you are installing a back-to-back or multi-chassis system.

Refer to the Cisco Network Convergence System 6000 Series Routers Migration Guide.